Melbourne

Entrepreneur

An Entrepreneur runs their own business or social enterprise marketing a particular product or service. You’ll turn your unique idea into a profitable business and spend time establishing and growing your customer base. Depending on the size of your enterprise, you might also hire staff and take on a leadership or management role.

An Entrepreneur needs to be creative and be passionate about their product or service. Establishing a new business takes a lot of time so you’ll need to be hard working and determined. Entrepreneurs need to be highly organised and have excellent communication skills. You’ll need to be good with numbers and able to manage your finances.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $78,000
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a entrepreneur?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Bachelor of Applied Business (Management)
Online
24 months
$58,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Project Manager Operations Manager Small Business Owner
Team Leader Financial Analyst Business Development Manager Entrepreneur Sales Manager
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Project Manager Operations Manager Small Business Owner Team Leader Financial Analyst Business Development Manager Entrepreneur Sales Manager + 5 more

Bachelor of Applied Entrepreneurship
Online
24 months
$58,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Entrepreneur Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Small Business Owner
Sales Manager Economist Corporate Services Manager
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Entrepreneur Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Small Business Owner Sales Manager Economist Corporate Services Manager + 3 more

Master of Business Administration (Innovation and Leadership)
Online
12 months
$57,600
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Project Manager Marketing Manager Operations Manager
Product Manager Business Development Manager Entrepreneur Account Director
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Project Manager Marketing Manager Operations Manager Product Manager Business Development Manager Entrepreneur Account Director + 4 more

Service Design: Elevate
Online
6 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Service Designer Creative Entrepreneur Entrepreneur
Digital Business Strategist
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Service Designer Creative Entrepreneur Entrepreneur Digital Business Strategist + 1 more

Design Thinking for Innovation: Elevate
Online
6 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Design Strategist Product Manager Service Designer
Creative Entrepreneur Entrepreneur Innovation Strategist Innovation Manager Innovation Coordinator Chief Innovation Officer
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Design Strategist Product Manager Service Designer Creative Entrepreneur Entrepreneur Innovation Strategist Innovation Manager Innovation Coordinator Chief Innovation Officer + 6 more

Service Design: Foundations
Online
6 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Service Designer Creative Entrepreneur Entrepreneur
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Service Designer Creative Entrepreneur Entrepreneur
11210NAT

Diploma of Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Blended
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Small Business Owner Franchisee Entrepreneur
Corporate Services Manager
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Small Business Owner Franchisee Entrepreneur Corporate Services Manager + 1 more

Graduate Certificate in Business
Blended, On Campus, Online
4 - 8 months
$0 - $19,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
General Manager Managing Director Senior Administrator
Small Business Owner Business Adviser Management Consultant Risk Manager Entrepreneur
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
General Manager Managing Director Senior Administrator Small Business Owner Business Adviser Management Consultant Risk Manager Entrepreneur + 5 more

Bachelor of Business Administration
On Campus
36 months
$0 - $45,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Business Services Manager Business Manager Business Consultant
Entrepreneur General Manager Management Consultant Operations Manager Credit Officer
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Business Services Manager Business Manager Business Consultant Entrepreneur General Manager Management Consultant Operations Manager Credit Officer + 5 more

Bachelor of Business (Entrepreneurship)
Blended, On Campus
36 months
$0 - $55,680
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Entrepreneur Small Business Owner Corporate Services Manager
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Entrepreneur Small Business Owner Corporate Services Manager
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Common questions

How can I become a entrepreneur?

To become a entrepreneur in Melbourne, you may want to consider completing the Bachelor of Applied Business (Management). This qualification will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in this industry.

Are there training providers in Melbourne?

You can train to become a entrepreneur by completing a qualification with Ducere Global Business School and Torrens University Australia. Find a course provider near you. Once you make an enquiry, a course advisor will get in touch to discuss your study options and course fees.

What study modes are available?

There are several campuses within the Melbourne area that provide entrepreneur training. The nearest campus is located right in the center of Melbourne. You can also study a entrepreneur course through online learning. Find a course provider that best suits your study needs.

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